Milan, 22 May 2025 – A new milestone and a season packed with new features for Posia Retreat & SPA | UNA Esperienze. The prestigious UNA Italian Hospitality hotel, a bona fide oasis of wellness on the San Foca coast in Salento, launched its 2025 season by unveiling some interesting surprises, starting with its prestigious new "5-star Luxury" rating and the addition of two new panoramic Suites.
This significant recognition for the elegant hotel further elevates its positioning in the deluxe hospitality sector by offering increasingly luxurious, personalised stays. The boutique hotel reaches the very top in terms of its rating thanks to its perfectly honed, exclusive services, its signature cuisine, and its bespoke experiences designed to meet the needs of every type of traveller.
The new panoramic Suites
Thanks to its enviable position overlooking the Adriatic Sea, Posia Retreat & SPA | UNA Esperienze is the perfect destination for a revitalising holiday on the Salento coast. As of this year, the boutique hotel has expanded its range of accommodation with the addition of two new exclusive panoramic suites, which complement the existing 21 rooms.
Located on the first floor, the Posia Grand Suite offers 58 square metres of refined elegance, while the Mora Suite on the second floor covers an area of 52 square metres. Both options, with their characteristic large, bright spaces, are furnished with fine design elements and enjoy a breathtaking view that embraces the Adriatic Sea and, in the distance, the Balkan mountains. Featuring all the comforts necessary for a deluxe stay just a stone's throw from the sea, they're designed to guarantee maximum privacy for guests.
A sublime gastronomic experience
The culinary experience at Posia Retreat & SPA | UNA Esperienze is divided into three separate settings, each one with its own distinct identity and unique atmosphere. To make what it offers even more special and personalised, the gastronomic options have been refined even further to provide guests with the most exclusive experiences.
This year the Aura Restaurant, the boutique hotel's jewel in the crown, offers four new tasting menus devised by the hotel's Executive Chef to bring out the very best of authentic local flavours. Highlights include the 12-course Grand Tasting Menu, available by reservation: a veritable culinary journey that tickles the taste buds and astounds the senses, including scampi marinated and caramelised with lime served with date tomato gazpacho, cuttlefish tagliatella with red caviar and toasted sesame, and Senatore Cappelli durum wheat spaghettone with saffron and seared red mullet. Accompanying this sensory journey is a sophisticated selection of cocktails and fine wines, such as Cremant d'Alsace Extra Brut "Artefact" and Teresa Manara Chardonnay.
The Nui Lounge & Champagne, on the other hand, offers sophisticated, relaxed and chic experiences, to be enjoyed at sunset, at aperitif time, or after dinner: its champagne and Italian sparkling wines, together with carefully selected gastronomic specialities, will make for some memorable evenings.
The backdrop is complemented by The Green Bar & "Iconica" Terrace: a corner devoted to total relaxation located on the panoramic terrace, where you can enjoy innovative cocktails and traditional Mediterranean food. Here, during the summer season, guests can experience the thrill of a marvellous moonlit dinner overlooking the sea in a unique setting.
Wellness and Relaxation
Its special attention to its guests' wellbeing makes Posia Retreat & SPA | UNA Esperienze the perfect place to regenerate body and soul. The My SPA, a veritable mecca to wellness, covers an area of 350 square metres; in addition to an indoor swimming pool with jacuzzi, Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, multisensory showers and relaxation areas, it offers a wide range of massages and personalised treatments performed with natural products and using innovative techniques. New for the 2025 season is the "Gourmet Wellness" programme, which combines delightful wellness circuits with healthy, balanced cuisine designed to meet the different needs of guests, from those looking to stay fit to guests wanting to celebrate a special occasion. Sports enthusiasts can also make the most of the nearby Acaya Golf Club, Posia Retreat & SPA | UNA Esperienze's official partner. The 18-hole golf course, set in the midst of Mediterranean nature, is the perfect destination for people who want to unwind and spend a few hours outdoors. The private beach of the Mora Mora Beach Club, on the other hand, offers access to Salento's crystal-clear waters: reserved sunbeds, an exclusive beach service, and a restaurant serving fresh, light meals will make the experience even more luxurious.
The hotel's many services are enhanced by its meticulous focus on guests' requirements, the real highlight of any stay, which includes all-day dining, a dedicated concierge, and a high-end experience that anticipates your every wish.
Art and Culture
New for the 2025 season is the Posia Art Project, a collaboration between Posia Retreat & SPA | UNA Esperienze and the Gigi Rigliaco Gallery. The project to promote contemporary art in the hotel was launched in May, with a vernissage taking place in the coming months with the participation of artists and curators who will lead guided tours of the hotel. The event will be open to the general public, providing a unique opportunity to interact with contemporary art in an exclusive setting.
Authentic experiences
To make guest stays even more special, Posia Retreat & SPA | UNA Esperienze offers a series of exceptional experiences so that guests can explore Puglia's treasures, and all the excellent things it produces, its traditions, and its peculiarities. The activities available, curated by the concierge team, include:
- A ride in a vintage car to discover Salento's most picturesque villages
- A fresh pasta class with local chefsA visit to historic farms with extra virgin olive oil tasting
- A boat trip along the Salento coast with lunch on board
- Fine wine tastings in historic castles and residences
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